Useful Ideas for the Space Under the Stairs
From storage ideas to desks, you’ll be amazed at what you you can fit into that space
If you live in a home that has stairs (maisonette, terrace, etc.), here are some cool ideas for making the most of the space under them.
Use every little bit of space
You can custom make a cabinet with drawers, or even add a desk or seating area to the space if there is enough room.
You can custom make a cabinet with drawers, or even add a desk or seating area to the space if there is enough room.
Get the look: The shallow depth is ideal for storing and displaying books and creating a reading area.
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Get the look: Use the entire space by turning into a storeroom.
Get the look: Stair storage that doubles as a feature wall.
Get the look: Pull-out units keep footwear near the home’s main entrance.
Get the look: Maybe not the tidiest of storage options, but the low headroom makes it a good spot for the kids.
Hide away your home office
Naturally the space under the stairs can become the perfect spot for a home office.
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Naturally the space under the stairs can become the perfect spot for a home office.
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Get the look: The most has been made of the height of these stairs to create an office area.
Get the look: This home office gets the benefit of a lovely window.
Get the look: A complete home office set up underneath these metal stairs.
Create a chill-out space
Under the stairs is definitely a great spot for creating a chill out area or reading nook tucked away from the rest of the family.
Create a reading nook if you love a good book
Under the stairs is definitely a great spot for creating a chill out area or reading nook tucked away from the rest of the family.
Create a reading nook if you love a good book
Get the look: This chill-out area even has a mini bar fridge.
Get the look: Storage and a reading (or napping!) banquette.
Get the look: The picket fence leading to this playhouse under the stairs mirrors the balustrade.
Get the look: A great way to create storage and a nap area.
Get the look: Sports gear comes in all shapes and sizes and under the stairs is a good place to store them.
A powder room?
If you have enough space and the area is easily plumbed, why not turn it into a powder room?
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If you have enough space and the area is easily plumbed, why not turn it into a powder room?
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Kitchen or laundry?
For a kitchenette or a small laundry why not tuck it under the stairs? This is great idea for a loft conversion too.
For a kitchenette or a small laundry why not tuck it under the stairs? This is great idea for a loft conversion too.
Get the look: Another fantastic use of space for a mini kitchen.
Get the look: The pantry is outside the kitchen prep area, giving the occupants more room to work in.
Get the look: Yes! A washer and a dryer under the stairs, plus a niche for kitty to keep warm in.
Get the look: A bar under the stairs, why not?
Get the look: The depth needed for storing wine in a temperature-controlled cabinet makes under-the-stairs an ideal location.
Key measurements for a wine cellar
Key measurements for a wine cellar
A place for your pets
How cute is this idea for creating a special spot for your furry family?
Take your pick from 15 places to hide the kitty litter box
How cute is this idea for creating a special spot for your furry family?
Take your pick from 15 places to hide the kitty litter box
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